Author: Annelyn Russ

Border
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President Biden And Donald Trump Visit Southern Border The Same Day

The border has become a critical issue for candidates to speak on amid record levels of migrant arrivals.
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Former President Trump and President Biden both visited the U.S.-mexico border Thursday. President Biden made in an appearance in Brownsville, Texas. He called on Congress to pass the bipartisan border security bill negotiated in the Senate. The measure was agreed upon before Republicans rejected it after Trump strongly opposed it. He addressed Trump directly stating they can work together to…

Congress
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Congress Passes Stopgap Measure To Avert Partial Government Shutdown

The House vote was 320-99 with 113 Republicans voting in favor and 97 Republicans and two Democrats against. The senate vote was 77-13.
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The House and Senate both passed a stopgap bill Thursday to avoid a partial government shutdown. Funding was set to expire for several significant government agencies on Friday. However, the stopgap measure will extend funding on a short-term basis and set up two new deadlines on March 8 and 22. The bill aims to provide additional time for full-year funding…

Conway
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Conway Transforms Into ‘Land Of The Luck’

The city changed out it's Valentine's Day decorations and turned green ahead of St. Patrick's Day.
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The city of Conway has transformed into the ‘Land of the Luck.’ The city changed out it’s Valentine’s Day decorations and turned green ahead of St. Patrick’s Day. The decorations are part of a series of holiday themes which became a tradition starting in 2022. If you find yourself in Conway, check out all the new decor that may make…

Surfside
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Surfside Beach Pier One Step Closer To Opening

The concrete pier has been under construction since December of 2020 after the former pier was destroyed by Hurricane Matthew in 2016.
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The new Surfside Beach Pier is one step closer to opening. The pier was inspected on Monday and ‘Collins Engineering’ gave the town a certificate of occupancy. The certificate allows the pier’s tenants to move forward with plans and eventually submit them to the town council. The concrete pier has been under construction since December of 2020 after the former…

International
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International Drive Reopens Following Controlled Burn Activities

Drivers should use caution when traveling in the area because there is a possibility of intermittent smoke that could impact visibility.
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Following a recent closure, International Drive has re-opened. The roadway was closed from Highway 90 to Ocean Bay Elementary School as the SC Department of Natural Resources was conducting controlled burn activities in the area. There are no more controlled burns planned and the road is open to normal traffic flow. Drivers should use caution when traveling in the area…

Theft
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Police Search For Two Suspects Accused Of Stealing $3K Worth Of Merchandise

The suspects are accused of stealing nearly $3,000 worth of merchandise. They reportedly got away with 33 pairs of the footwear valued at over $2,100 as well as nearly $800 worth of charms.
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Horry County police are searching for two people suspected of robbing a Crocs store at the Tanger Outlets off of Highway 17 on Monday. The suspects are accused of stealing nearly $3,000 worth of merchandise. They reportedly got away with 33 pairs of the footwear valued at over $2,100 as well as nearly $800 worth of charms. A third person…

Gun
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Teen Arrested After Shots Fired Call In Georgetown County

One 16-year-old was in possession of a stolen 9mm pistol with an extended magazine.
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A teen was arrested in Georgetown County Wednesday after a shots fired call. Officers reported to the area of Gilbert Street and Alex Alford Drive around 6pm. Upon arrival, they found a group of juveniles at the intersection of Gilbert and Merriman Road. The minors fled on foot after seeing law enforcement but were quickly detained. One 16-year-old was in…

Cfa
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Chick-fil-A Recalls Polynesian Sauce Cups

The impacted sauce cups would have been taken home between February 14 through this week.
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Chick-fil-A has recalled its Polynesian sauce due to allergy concerns. The fast-food restaurant says the cups may contain wheat and soy allergens. The impacted sauce cups would have been taken home between February 14 through this week. The recall is nationwide and affects all Polynesian sauce cups sold during those dates. There have yet to be any reported illnesses or…

Recall
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Stellantis Issues Recall For 338,000 Vehicles

The recall covers both Jeep Grand Cherokee and the Grand Cherokee L, which has three row seating.
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Stellantis has issued a recall for 338,000 vehicles. The recall covers both Jeep Grand Cherokee and the Grand Cherokee L, which has three row seating. The SUVs involved are all from the 2021 through 2023 model years. The recall was placed as parts of the front suspension could become loose. If this happens, the SUV’s front wheel could fall outward,…

Mcconnell
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Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell To Step Down As GOP Leader

The leader's announcement marks the end of an era on Capitol Hill and sets up a high-stakes race for his successor.
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Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell announced he will step down as GOP leader this November. The 82-year-old has been a highly influential figure in Republican politics and has played a leading role in securing major victories for his party during the time he has served. McConnell will continue to serve in the U.S. Senate but will allow the “next generation…

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